2008 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 370 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Espace | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
